Hospitality Valuation Intern (Hybrid/In-Person – Denver or Tucson)

Partner Valuation Advisors LLC•Denver, CO

8h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Hospitality Intern provides analytical and project support to the hospitality valuation team across a range of asset types, from small inns to large resorts. This role is designed for students pursuing degrees in hospitality, finance, real estate, or related disciplines and offers hands-on experience in hotel real estate analysis and appraisal. The intern will gather and synthesize primary and secondary data by conducting market participant surveys, compiling information from online platforms, and maintaining the team’s comparable-property database. This role is best suited for individuals with a strong interest in real estate appraisal, a hospitality background, and a desire to build a long-term career in the valuation industry. We welcome applicants from a variety of academic backgrounds; however, students studying Hospitality, Real Estate, Business, or related fields tend to align most closely with the work. The variety of assignments keeps the work dynamic and intellectually engaging. This role is based in our Denver or Tucson office. Hybrid work may be available after onboarding, based on team needs and performance. The initial internship is during the summer and may be extended based on business need and performance. Employment is at-will. Continuing education is central to the appraisal industry and Partner’s mission. We are committed to providing a better experience for our clients and our employees. As a part of this commitment, interns are considered for continuation in the Intern to Analyst Pipeline after completion of their first semester. For further details on the Intern to Analyst Pipeline, please ask your recruiter.

Requirements

Current undergraduate student
Major in Hospitality Management, Finance, Real Estate, Accounting, or related field
Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to navigate spreadsheets efficiently, edit formatting/worksheets, and efficiently enter/manipulate data
Strong research skills
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills, including the ability to self-manage multiple projects at once
Professional attitude and willingness to learn
Strong communication, written, and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Relevant work experience in commercial real estate and/or appraisal is not required; prior exposure to real estate or hospitality a plus
Frequently communicate with colleagues, vendors, and market participants via telephone, email, online correspondence, and messengers.
Frequently conduct surveys, via telephone and email, with market participants
Frequently compile, interpret, and convey data from telephone surveys, email communications, and online databases
Frequently access, interpret, input, and analyze data from online sources
Frequently utilize the Microsoft Suite of applications (including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams)
Reliable internet connection
Ability to work with privacy
Quiet background for making frequent phone calls

Nice To Haves

Junior or Senior in a 4-year program, Master’s Candidate, or Graduate
Major or minor in Hospitality, Real Estate, Business, or Accounting. Other majors are welcome to apply, especially if they demonstrate a strong interest in real estate appraisal and hospitality.
Interest in pursuing a career in appraisal
Interest in advancing the appraisal industry through culture, technology, and innovation
An interest, or curiosity, in pursuing a career in appraisal
Curiosity to continue learning and developing in education and skillset
Willingness to engage in communication, including phone-based research and interviews with market participants
Strong attention to detail, as the data you gather directly supports the appraiser’s final conclusions
Persistence in tackling complex tasks and learning through doing
A coachable mindset and openness to iterative learning
Feel encouraged to ask any questions that arise

Responsibilities

Assist with data entry, data cleaning, and organization of hotel operating and market data
Learn and understand the market fundamentals of the team’s industry
Support analysts with market research, including individual asset research, competitive sets, and local market trends
Access, research, and compile data from online databases
Enter comparable properties into the database
Review and summarize property-level information, including brand standards, amenities, and renovation history
Conduct market and property research through market participant surveys
Help prepare exhibits, tables, and draft materials for appraisal and consulting reports
Participate in internal meetings and, where appropriate, sit in on client or management discussions
Complete analytical or research projects with increasing ownership over time
Other research, data, and organizational tasks as needed